Meet Nia Adams, a first-gen student turned financial mentor. In our latest First Gen 101 episode, Nia openly discusses her path from uncertainty to financial empowerment, offering listeners practical strategies to conquer money challenges and p...

In this episode of the First Gen 101 podcast, Miguel interviews Anthony Surrat, founder, CEO, & President of the  National Leadership Society of First Generation College Students (First Gen Society). Anthony shares his personal journey...

In this episode of the First Gen 101 podcast, host Miguel sits down with Joshua Pilgrim, a dedicated school psychologist.  He talks about his decision to study psychology, the initial challenges of college life, and how he navigated career...

Welcome to the First Gen 101 podcast, where first-generation graduates share their stories and career tips. In this episode, host Miguel Sanchez interviews Carlos Orbe Jr., a dynamic first-gen graduate. Carlos discusses his background, the impo...

Welcome to First Gen 101, the podcast where first-generation graduates share their stories and career tips. In this episode, host Miguel Sanchez interviews John Manna, who shares his fascinating journey from being a performing musician to gradu...

Join host Miguel Sanchez on First Gen 101 as he interviews Miguel Lluesma, an inspiring first-generation attorney. In this episode, Miguel Lluesma shares his journey from the pivotal moments that sparked his passion for law to the challenges of...

In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez interviews Nelson Rodriguez, a first-generation college graduate. Nelson shares his inspiring journey from a dedicated high school student balancing work and academics to finding mentorship,...

In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez interviews Laura Valencia Gomez, who shares her inspiring college journey as a first-generation graduate. Laura discusses her experiences from moving to the US from Colombia, adapting to a n...

In this episode, host Miguel Sanchez chats with Anthony Reda about his inspiring journey from community college to his current role as a library technician and adjunct librarian at SUNY Westchester. Anthony shares the challenges he faced as a f...

In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez sits down with Brizeyda to discuss her incredible journey to becoming a successful attorney. Brizeyda shares insights on perseverance, family support, and strategic planning, offering invalu...

In this episode of First Gen 101, host Miguel Sanchez welcomes Gina Villazhiñay, a first-generation graduate working in corporate recruiting at one of the “Big Four” accounting firms. Gina shares her challenges navigating college and the impact...

Jeffrey Arroyo: Lessons Learned as a First-Generation StudentJeffrey shares his inspiring journey from balancing work and school to becoming the first in his family to attend college. Jeffrey recounts his experiences navigating communit...

First Gen 101: Empowering First-Generation StudentsWelcome to First Gen 101, a podcast where first-generation graduates share their stories and career tips to empower first-generation students. Hosted by Miguel Sanchez, a first-generatio...